Associate, Mfg Ops (Ingeniero Proceso Trainee)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About Smurfit Westrock
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE: SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees, and the communities where we operate. In our global packaging company, sustainability, safety, and inclusion are business drivers and fundamental elements of daily work.
About the Role
This opportunity is designed for individuals eager to learn and understand diverse production processes while proposing tangible solutions and improvements. You will partner with the Technical Department to identify knowledge gaps and address concerns, ensuring operational integrity and compliance with Smurfit Westrock Group procedures and regulatory standards.
Your day-to-day impact involves diagnosing issues in production operations through deep analysis and leveraging OPEX programs to find solutions. You will plan and execute relevant projects aimed at improving process problems, such as waste reduction, technical or operational reliability, and production speed. This role requires you to monitor action plans, analyze productivity indicators, and prepare executive presentations for management to share process updates and improvements.
Our Culture
We foster a corporate culture based on loyalty, integrity, respect, and safety. We offer comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities to support your growth. We are committed to building a team that is professional, enthusiastic, and team-oriented.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Smurfit Westrock is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
On-site
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop projects to support quality issues, OPEX programs, and critical maintenance areas
- check_circlePartner with the Technical Department to address knowledge gaps and contribute to areas in need
- check_circlePlan and execute projects to improve waste, reliability, and production speed
- check_circleEnsure operational integrity and compliance with corporate procedures and regulatory standards
- check_circlePrepare executive presentations for management regarding process updates and improvements
- check_circleExecute and monitor action plans for assigned projects to ensure compliance
- check_circleAnalyze productivity indicators to drive operational performance
- check_circleAnalyze production operations to diagnose issues and identify solutions based on OPEX programs
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical or chemical
- verified1-2 years of administrative and sales support experience
- verifiedStrong written and verbal communication skills in Spanish
- verifiedMinimum English level B2-C1
- verifiedProficient with Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate/advanced level in Excel
Nice to Have
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiescheck_circleBenefits starting on day one
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Spanish, English.
Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical or chemical.
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A Associate, Mfg Ops (Ingeniero Proceso Trainee) at Smurfit Westrock is responsible for the following: Develop projects to support quality issues, OPEX programs, and critical maintenance areas; Partner with the Technical Department to address knowledge gaps and contribute to areas in need; Plan and execute projects to improve waste, reliability, and production speed; and Ensure operational integrity and compliance with corporate procedures and regulatory standards.
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To qualify for the Associate, Mfg Ops (Ingeniero Proceso Trainee) at Smurfit Westrock position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical or chemical; 1-2 years of administrative and sales support experience; Strong written and verbal communication skills in Spanish; Minimum English level B2-C1; and Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate/advanced level in Excel.
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Associate, Mfg Ops (Ingeniero Proceso Trainee) at Smurfit Westrock typically requires 1–2 years of relevant experience at the intern level.
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Educational requirements for this role: Required: Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical or chemical.
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About Smurfit Westrock
Smurfit Westrock operates as a major global entity within the packaging and containers manufacturing industry, headquartered in Dublin. The organization functions as a comprehensive partner for paper and packaging solutions, serving clients across a vast international network. Its operational footprint includes over 500 packaging facilities and 57 mills distributed across 40 countries, supported by a workforce exceeding 97,000 employees. This extensive scale allows the company to leverage deep global expertise and a broad product portfolio to address diverse market needs. The business focuses on delivering innovative solutions aimed at fostering a sustainable future, aligning its manufacturing capabilities with environmental goals. By integrating resources across its multi-country presence, Smurfit Westrock maintains a significant capacity to serve customers with complex packaging requirements. The company's structure enables it to provide tailored services that meet the demands of various sectors while emphasizing long-term sustainability practices in its production processes.
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